Synopses & Reviews
Interiors: An Introduction is the starting point for a lifetime of design education, appreciation, and enjoyment. Whether the goal is a career in interior design, or simply a better understanding of how to enhance one's own living space, the information and ideas in this text will help readers achieve it.
Interiors offers an introduction to the elements, practice, and aesthetics of residential and nonresidential interior design, as well as their applications. In addition, the authors describe the numerous choices of materials, furnishings, and components used in interior design.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Process and Profession Of Design Interior Design: A Lifetime Pursuit The Process of Design The Interior Design Profession Chapter 2: Special Considerations in Design Sustainability Environmental Considerations Two Design Problems Special Populations Chapter 3: Design Principles, Elements and Style The Principles of Design The Elements of Design Design Discernment and Excellence Chapter 4: Color How We See Color Color Theory Color Harmony Residential and Contract Uses Of Color Chapter 5: Lighting and Technology Lighting in Interior Design Natural Light Artificial Lighting Light and the Mind and Body Power Terminology and Units of Measurement Luminaires, Or Lighting Fixtures Contract Considerations Technology Chapter 6: Space Planning Prioritizing Needs and Wants Considerations for Specific Areas Space Planning and the Elements and Principles Of Design Contract Considerations Chapter 7: Floor Plans and Building Systems Diagramming and Floor Plans Floor Plans and Housing Constructing the Building Insulation and Energy Conservation Contract Considerations Chapter 8: Furniture Arrangement Function Human Factors The Elements and Principles of Design in Furniture Arrangement Basic Groupings Contract Considerations Chapter 9: Furniture Selection Wooden Furniture Metal Furniture Other Furniture Materials Upholstered Furniture Furniture Harmony and Human Factors Furniture Types Contract Considerations Chapter 10: Architectural Detail Walls Doors Windows Stairs Fireplaces and Chimneys Ceilings Cabinetwork Contract Considerations Chapter 11: Wall, Ceiling, and Window Treatments Wall and Ceiling Materials Paint Wall Coverings Ceiling Treatments Window Treatments Contract Considerations Chapter 12: Floor Materials and Coverings Flooring Requirements and Specifications Guidelines for Selecting Hard and Resilient Floor Materials Soft Floor Coverings Contract Considerations Chapter 13: Fabric Fibers Fabric--The Champion of Versatility Contract Considerations Decorative Fabrics Glossary Chapter 14: Art and Accessories Fine Art Decorative Art Objects from Nature Other Accessories The Use of Accessories Contract Considerations Chapter 15: Historic Design Early Influences The English Influence in America American Styles Modern Design (1857-Present) Putting Things in Perspective